CS600

I was very thrilled to received the box containing the Leben CS600 stereo amplifier the other day from the delivery man. I ordered the CS600 more than two months ago and waited patiently for it’s arrival. The waiting was dreadful. The World Cup did help by diverting my attention away when waiting for it’s arrival.

The box was quite big and very heavy, about 25kg (55lbs). The amplifier itself is about 22.5kg (49lbs). I nearly strained my back when moving the box into my apartment.

The box containing the Leben CS600.The box containing the Leben CS600.The top protective layer after opening the box.

When I lifted the CS600 out from it’s box, I was surprised by how heavy the amplifier is. Look at what is hidden underneath the amplifier.

A small box containing the power cord is located inside the box underneath CS600.The stock power cord is neatly wrapped inside the box.Top side of the Leben CS600.Rear side of the Leben CS600.Front side of Leben CS600.Inside of the Leben CS600 with the top cover removed.

Those huge transformers at the rear side of the amplifiers contributed a lot to the amplifier’s weight.

Inside of the Leben CS600 with the top cover removed.A small Torx key is included to open the top cover for tubes rolling.

Overall, the packaging is very good. The CS600 is fully protected by the two layers of boxes. The build quality of CS600 is first rated. As far as I can tell, the stock Sovtek 6L6WGC vacuum tubes which comes ready installed in the amp are in good condition. I am in the process of break-in these tubes right now.